B.ARCH REGULATIONS (For students admitted from the academic year )

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1 B.ARCH REGULATIONS 2016 (For students admitted from the academic year ) 1

2 PREAMBLE As per the recommendation of National Knowledge Commission and UGC institutions of higher education need to carry out academic reforms in all arena including admission policy, uniform academic calendar, introduction of Choice Based Credit System, continuous assessment and grading system. In keeping with the recommendation, SRM University has introduced Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) from the academic year in the School of Architecture and Interior Design. 2

3 Faculty of Engineering &Technology SRM University SRM Nagar, Kattankulathur, India B.ARCH REGULATIONS INDEX TO REGULATIONS Preamble R.1.0 Admission R.2.0 Structure of the B. Arch Programme R.3.0 Registration and Enrolment R.4.0 Classification and Numbering of Courses R.5.0 Adding and Dropping of course R.6.0 Registration/Enrolment Requirement R.7.0 Re-registering for course R.8.0 Re-appearing in examination R.9.0 Maximum Duration of the Programme R.10.0 Temporary withdrawal from the programme R.11.0 Academic Advising R.12.0 Discipline R.13.0 Attendance R.14.0 Assessment Procedure R.15.0 Course Wise Grading of Students R.16.0 Method of Awarding Letter Grades. R.17.0 Declaration of Results R.18.0 Re-view of answer scripts R.19.0 Grade Card R.20.0 Academic Dishonesty R.21.0 Eligibility for Award of the B. Arch Degree R.22.0 Change of Regulations 3

4 B. Arch. REGULATIONS (For students admitted from the academic year ) REGULATIONS R.1.0 Admission R.1.1 The number of seats in the B.Arch. programme for which admission is to be made in the Faculty of Engineering and Technology will be decided by the Board of Management of SRM University and approved by the Council of Architecture, New Delhi. R.1.2 Admission to the B.Arch. programme in any year will be based on the aggregate of marks obtained in the qualifying examinations and the score secured in the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) conducted by the Council of Architecture. (R.1.5) R.1.3 The eligibility criteria in the qualifying examination and the minimum pass mark required for NATA is stipulated by the Council of Architecture from time to time and in accordance with R.1.5. R.1.4 The Admission Committee will prepare a merit list, giving 50% weight age to the marks secured in the qualifying examination and another 50% weight age to NATA score, as stipulated by the Council of Architecture. According to the merit list the Committee will offer admissions through Counselling, taking into account the number of available seats. R.1.5 The minimum qualification for admission to B.Arch degree programme should be a pass in the (10+2) Higher Secondary examination or any other equivalent examination of any authority, recognized by this University, with minimum total aggregate of 50% marks and Mathematics as a subject of study. R.1.6 Diploma holders in Civil Engineering / Architecture with minimum marks, as stipulated by the Admission Committee, are eligible for admission only to the first semester of the B.Arch. programme as their scheme of study is considered equal only to the 10+2 scheme of study of higher secondary level by the Council of Architecture, New Delhi. Hence there is no lateral entry to the3rd semester of the B.Arch. programme. R.1.7 Notwithstanding the above, the actual admissions will be based on the rules and regulations of the UGC/ competent authorities. R.1.8 Candidates have to fulfil the medical standards required for admission as set out by the Admission Committee. R.1.9 The selected candidate will be admitted to the B.Arch. programme after he/ she fulfils all the admission requirements as indicated in the letter of admission after payment of the prescribed fees. R.1.10 In the matter of admissions to the B.Arch. programme the decision of the Admission Committee is final. R.1.11 If, at any time after admission, it is found that a candidate has not fulfilled all the requirements stipulated in the offer of admission, the Director (Engineering and Technology) may revoke the admission of the candidate and report the matter to the Vice Chancellor. 4

5 R.2.0 Structure of the B. Arch Programme R.2.1 The complete programme of study will consist of 7 categories of courses distributed over 10 semesters with two semesters per year as listed below: 1. BS- BASIC SCIENCES 2. EEC- EMPLOYMENT ENHANCEMENT COURSES 3. AH - ART AND HUMANITIES 4. ES- ENGINEERING SCIENCES 5. PC- PROFESSIONNAL CORE 6. PE- PROFESSIONAL ELECTIVE 7. OE- OPEN ELECTIVE R.2.2 Every branch of the B. Arch programme will have a curriculum and course contents (syllabi) proposed by the Boards of Studies in Architecture and approved by the Academic Council. R Professional Training Students have to undergo practical training for duration of one semester with minimum of 80 working days, during the IX semester of the course in an approved Architectural firm under an Architect. This firm should be an established one of at least five years of existence or the training can be undertaken in registered government / private organizations such as CMDA, PWD and INTACH etc. The portfolio of the drawings and work diary done during the training period will be assessed at the end of the semester by faculty members (internal). Moreover it has to be certified by the concerned Architect /organization for the successful completion of the practical training. The students should arrange to send monthly progress reports from the respective offices imparting training. R Documentation Students are required to study and document heritage buildings or contemporary buildings of architectural merit for a duration of one month. This study will be undertaken by student groups of maximum four members and they will be required to prepare detailed plans, elevations and sections etc. of the building under study. This documentation work will be evaluated at the end of the month by a panel of internal and external examiners. R Architectural Design Exam Design examination will be conducted to test the design skills of the student to the extent of fulfilment of the problem. This examination will be of 6 hrs. / 12 hrs. / 18 hrs. duration at the end of 2nd, 4th& 6th semester respectively. Students will be required to be enlodge during the first day and should submit the conceptual scheme drawings at the end, which will not be returned to them. They will be required to do the presentation drawings which will not deviate substantially from the conceptual scheme drawings and submit the same after the duration of the examination. Lunch break will be allowed during the second and third day of the examination. R Educational Tour Every student is required to undertake an educational tour approved by the department to various places of Architectural interest in South India within the first two years and another educational trip to North India during third or fourth year of the B.Arch. programme. R Site / Field Visit Every student is required to undergo site or field visits each semester for courses like Architectural Design Studio, Building Materials and construction etc. starting from the first semester of the programme. R.2.3 Credits are assigned to the courses based on the following general pattern: One credit for each lecture (L) period; One credit for two or less tutorial (T) periods; 5

6 One credit for two or less laboratory/practical/project/seminar (P) periods Theory based courses are those with L & T or L alone. A course with only T is NOT permissible. Courses with theory and practical components are those with L, T & P or T & P or L & P. Courses with only practical component are those with P alone. R.2.4 The curriculum of any branch of the B. Arch programme is designed to have 210 credits for the award of the B. Arch degree. R.2.5 The medium of instruction, examination and project reports will be in English. R.3.0 Registration / enrolment for courses The process of signing-up for courses is called registration. Students are enrolled after they pay the prescribed fees. For a student to attend classes he/she has to necessarily complete both registration and enrolment. All students shall formally register for the courses every semester to undergo course work. R.3.1 Registration of any course will be controlled by the concerned Head of the department. Except for the first semester the registration for a semester will be done during a specified week immediately after the end semester examination of the previous semester. For the first semester registration shall be completed within a week prior to the commencement of classes. Late enrolment will be permitted with a fine, decided from time to time, up to two weeks from the last date specified for enrolment. R.3.2 The registration sheet contains the course number, course name, number of credits earned till date, number of credits opted for the current semester, and the remaining number of credits to earn for the award of the degree. R.3.3 A student will be eligible for enrolment only if he/she satisfies the enrolment requirement specified in R.6.0 and will be permitted to enrol only if he/she has cleared all dues to the University, Hostel, Library, NCC etc. up to the end of the previous semester, provided he/ she is not debarred for enrolment as a result of any disciplinary action of the University. R. 3.4 It is mandatory for a student to register for all courses prescribed in the given semester.the curriculum for any semester, except for the IX & X semester will normally carry credits between 22 and 23. R 3.5 Compensatory courses Compensatory courses may be offered by a School/Department, by the Deans/HODs, with the approval of the Director (E&T). The course will be conducted during the regular academic session either during the weekends or in the evenings after the regular classes as decided by the Director (E&T) and the number of hours that will be conducted will be 75% of the hours specified in the curriculum for a course. Maximum two courses will be permitted to a student during the semester. The evaluation process will be the same as that of regular semester. Courses will be offered by departments only to students detained for lack of attendance in those subjects. R 3.6..No student should register for more than two compensatory courses offered during a semester. R 3.7 Compensatory courses will be announced by the Director (E&T) after the publication of results of end semester examinations of odd/even semester and the conduct of these courses will not go beyond the last working day of the semester. A student will have to register within the time stipulated in the announcement by paying the prescribed fees. Withdrawal from Compensatory courses is not permitted R 4.0 Classification and numbering of courses: 6

7 R 4.1 The first digit of the course number indicates the year level of the course: 100 first undergraduate year, 200 second undergraduate year, 300 third undergraduate years, 400 fourth undergraduate years, 500 fifth undergraduate year, Upper division courses (300- and 400-level courses) are generally more sophisticated and demanding. They may have prerequisites or other limitations on enrolment and are usually intended for students who have some preparation, either in the specific discipline or more generally in academic study. They tend to concentrate more narrowly and intensively in scope than lower division courses in the same discipline. R character alphanumeric coding of courses: Year of Offering Course code Regulations Department 2 digits 2 digits 3 digits 16 AR 100 First undergraduate year 200 Second undergraduate year 300 Third undergraduate year 400 Fourth undergraduate year 500 Fifth undergraduate year R 4.3 Category of courses Pre-requisite courses: Prerequisites are courses that must be taken up prior to advancing to the next course in a prescribed sequence of courses. The pre-requisite courses have to be registered by the student, earned a minimum of 75% attendance prior to advancing to the next course in a prescribed sequence of courses. Core Courses: There will be a Core Course in every semester. This is the course which should compulsorily be studied by a candidate as a core requirement to complete the requirement of a degree in a said discipline of study. Elective Courses:- Elective course is a course which can be chosen from a pool of papers. It may be: Supportive to the discipline of study Providing an extended scope Enabling an exposure to some other discipline/domain Nurturing candidate s proficiency/skill. An elective may be Discipline centric called Professional Elective. (or) may be chosen from an unrelated discipline called an Open Elective. R 5.00 Adding and dropping courses: R 5.1 After registering, a student may withdraw from a course without academic penalty during the first 2 weeks of the semester. If the course is dropped within the first two weeks of the commencement of classes, it does not appear on the academic transcript; if the course is dropped any time after 2 weeks unilaterally by the student, for reasons whatsoever, it will be recorded with a mark of Ab or I (Refer R15.1) depending on whether the student has earned the minimum prescribed attendance for the course or otherwise. After registering, it is the student s responsibility to withdraw officially from a course if he or she decides not to continue in a course. Courses may be added only during the first two weeks of the semester. R.5.2 When a course is added within the permissible timeframe, the attendance will be calculated from the date of registering the newly added course. No make-up classes need be conducted for the individual student to compensate for the missed lectures. R.6.0 Enrolment Requirement R.6.1 The enrolment requirement is as stipulated below: 7

8 For a student to become eligible for enrolment to the next academic year he / she should have earned at least 22 credits in the immediate preceding academic year. R.6.2 In case the student does not meet the above requirements he/she shall discontinue the studies temporarily (No advancement in studies will be permitted), earn the requisite credits and re-join the programme from where he/she has left. The student has to pay a re-admission fee as stipulated by the university in addition to the regular tuition fee, provided the enrolment status is maintained in Active condition. Further at the time of readmission no disciplinary action shall be in force against the student and the student has to pay the prescribed fee at the time of readmission. R.6.3 A student has to appear, for a minimum of one course in the end semester examination in order to enrol into the next semester. R.7.0 Re-registering for courses R 7.1 Re-registering for courses are mandatory under the following two situations: (1) A student who, due to whatever reasons, has not earned 75% attendance during the normal course of study (I grade) are NOT permitted to appear in the end-semester examination. In such a situation the student has to re-register for the course in the subsequent session when the course is offered. (2)A student has earned 75% attendance during normal course of study and has not applied for the end semester examination, is not eligible for enrolment to the next semester (No advancement in studies will be permitted), and then in such a situation the student has to re-register for the same semester,and re-join the programme from where he/she has left as in R6.2 (3) If the course is an elective or not a mandatory course then the student will have an option to either register for the same course or may elect another course of his/her choice, subject to satisfying the pre-requisites and approval of the academic advisor. (4) Similarly a student who has not secured at least a pass grade (P-grade point NOT less than 4.0) in a course, whether it is a theory course, or theory cum studio, or studio course (except Architectural design exam, Professional Training & Documentation) for three appearances (Regular + TWO Reappearances), either consecutively or otherwise, has to re-register for the course during the subsequent session when the course is offered in order to continue his studies in that course. The reregistering of courses will be in accordance with R7.1 (3) (5) A student who, due to whatsoever reasons, has not earned 75% attendance during the normal course of study in all individual courses, is not eligible for enrolment to the next semester. In such a situation he/she shall discontinue the course temporarily has to re-register for all courses during the subsequent session when the course is offered in order to continue the programme. (6) A student who has not secured at least a pass grade (P-grade point NOT less than 4.0) in a course, whether it is whether it is a theory course, or theory cum studio, or studio course (except Architectural design exam, Professional Training & Documentation), will have an option to re-register for the same course (if the course is a core course) or another course of his /her choice (if the course is an elective course). Alternatively he /she can opt for re-appearing for the end semester examination/viva voce, without violating R7.1 (4) to secure a minimum of pass grade. (7) All marks / grades including internal and external will become null and void if a course is reregistered. (8) After obtaining grade Ab or F or I in a course, if the same course is re-registered, then it will be considered as second appearance in that course. But if a new course is registered then it will be considered as first appearance in that course. In both the cases the student will NOT be considered for rank, medal or distinction. R.8.0 Re-appearing for examination 8

9 (1) A student who has not secured at least a pass grade (P- grade point NOT less than 4.0) in a course, after appearing in an end semester examination in that course, whether it is a theory course or theory cum studio course or studio course will have an option to just appear directly for the end semester examinations, as and when conducted or re-register for that course. (2) A student will be allowed to re-appear for the examination in a course for a maximum of two times only, after which he/she must re-register. (3) If a student opts for re-appearing for an examination in a course after securing less than pass grade, he/she will retain all the internal marks acquired during the first appearance. The student need not attend the regular classes for that course. (4) All applicable fees charged for the purpose of examination will apply for re-appearance courses as well. (5) If the student fails to pass (P- grade point NOT less than 4.0) in Architectural Design Exam in the Design exam he/she will be required to appear for the same in the subsequent examination. (6) If the student fails to pass(p- grade point NOT less than 4.0) in the Documentation work he/she will be required to improve the same and submit the work for evaluation in the subsequent examination. (7) If the student fails to pass (P- grade point NOT less than 4.0) in the Professional Training he/she will be required to improve the same and submit the work for evaluation in the subsequent examination. R.9.0 Maximum and Minimum Duration of the Programme R.9.1 Each semester shall normally consist of 90 working days or 450 hours. A student is ordinarily expected to complete the B.Arch. programme in ten semesters for regular programme. However a student may complete the programme at a slower pace by taking more time but in any case not more than 14 semesters under regular programme excluding semester withdrawn on medical grounds as per R R 9.2 In compliance with the rules and norms of COA, no student will be allowed to complete the B.Arch. degree in less than 10 full-semesters. R.10.0 Temporary withdrawal from the programme R.10.1 A student may be permitted by the Director (Engg&Tech) to withdraw from the programme for a semester or longer for reasons of ill health or other valid reasons. Normally a student will be permitted to discontinue from the programme only for a maximum continuous period of two semesters or the aggregate of individual discontinuation not exceeding two semesters. R Academic Advising: In order to provide academic assistance and individualized attention different levels of advising/attention will be provided to the students by three types of officers.(1) Academic Advisors (2) Faculty Advisor (3) Student Counsellor. R 11.1 Academic advisors help the student to evaluate and realize educational and career options. The Academic Advisor must be a senior faculty, preferably at the Professor level, who has good knowledge of the academic requirements, aspects of curricula and regulations. There can be one Academic Advisor for each degree programme (for small student strength) or 5 Academic Advisors - one for each year of the 5-year B.Arch. degree programme. The basic responsibilities of the Academic Advisor are: a. To either assist the student in career planning or to refer student to campus resources for such assistance. b. To be knowledgeable about the programme(s) for which he/she is advising and be familiar with published academic rules and regulations of the University c. To inform the student of degree requirements. R Faculty Adviser and Student Counsellor R To monitor student academic performance and its implications on planning their courses of study and for providing general advice on the academic programme, the concerned School/Department will assign for every 40 students a faculty member who will be called the Faculty Adviser. 9

10 R In order to motivate the students personally and provide counselling on academic and non-academic matters, a faculty member called Student Counsellor shall be assigned for every 20 students. R.12.0 Discipline R.12.1 Every student is required to maintain discipline and decorous behaviour both inside and outside the University campus and not to indulge in any activity that will tend to bring down the prestige of the University. R.12.2 Any act of indiscipline of a student is first to be considered by the Discipline and Welfare Committee of the Department/School for necessary action. If the issue demands more serious consideration, the act of indiscipline will be reported to the Director (E&T), and he will refer it to the Discipline and Welfare Committee of the University, constituted by the Vice Chancellor. The Committee will enquire into the charges and recommend suitable action if the charges are substantiated. The Director (E&T) will take appropriate action on the recommendation of the Discipline and Welfare Committee of the University. R.12.3 Director (E&T) may suspend a student pending inquiry depending upon the prima facie evidence. R.12.4Appeal: The aggrieved student may appeal to the Vice Chancellor whose decision will be final and binding. R.13.0 Attendance R. 13.1Attendance is the physical presence of the student in the class / laboratory / field work. It is a well-observed fact that the students who score good grades are those who attend the class / laboratory / field work, regularly. Therefore, the students must strive to attend all the classes without fail. R.13.2 Every faculty member handling a course will take attendance till the last instruction day in the semester. The percentage of attendance, calculated up to this point, will be indicated by a code number/letter as follows: Attendance rounded to Code 95% and above H 85 to 94% 9 75 to 84% 8 Below 75% L R.13.3 A student must maintain an attendance record of at least 75% in individual courses, exclusive of leave of absence due to medical reasons, on-duty, extra-curricular / extramural activities, permitted assignments such as job interviews, unforeseen emergencies etc. Without the minimum attendance of 75%, in any course, students become ineligible to appear for the end semester examination in that course. His / Her registration for that course will be treated as cancelled, and he/she shall be awarded I grade (I stands for Incomplete or registration cancelled for want of minimum attendance) in that course. This grade shall appear in the grade card until the course is successfully completed. The student should register for and repeat the entire course when it is offered next. R.13.4 A student must strive to attend all the classes without fail. However, the minimum attendance requirement of 75% allows a student the facility to use the balance 25% to account for illnesses, permitted assignments such as job interviews, inter university sports meets, inter-collegiate/inter-university competitions, accidents, unforeseen emergencies etc. An attendance of 75% in a course (except in cases governed by R.13.6) is considered to be the minimum required for a student to get just enough input on the course syllabus through class room contact hours to make him / her eligible to appear in the end semester examination for that course. It is the responsibility of each and every student to keep track / monitor his / her percentage of attendance for each course and ensure that he / she satisfies the attendance norms prescribed by the university. If the student finds any discrepancy / error in the attendance status, he /she should immediately bring it to the attention of the concerned faculty member and seek redressal. R.13.5 The teacher shall prepare the particulars of all students who have attendance less than 75% in his / her course. Copies of the same should also be sent to the Director (E&T), and Heads of Schools/ Departments concerned. The students who have less than 75% attendance will not be permitted to appear in end semester examination. 10

11 R.13.6Condonation of Attendance: In rare and genuine cases, a committee consisting of Director and Head of the Department of the concerned department will examine the case, based on the documents submitted by the student, facts and circumstances. Assessment will be done, by the committee, on the merit of the case and spell out their recommendation to the Vice Chancellor. The Vice Chancellor, based on the recommendation of the committee may then give condonation of attendance, only if the Vice Chancellor deems it fit and deserving but in any case the condonation cannot exceed 10%. R.14.0 Assessment Procedure R.14.1 The complete academic performance of a student is evaluated in-house by the concerned teacher / department except in the case of studio based courses work where an external examiner shall be nominated for the viva voce. The student s performance in each course, in general, is evaluated based on in-semester continuous assessment (internal assessment) and end-semester examination. An in-semester continuous assessment (also known as internal assessment / comprehensive assessment) is spread through the duration of course and is done by the teacher teaching the course. The assessment is done through various means including: 1. Written tests 2. Seminars 3. Assignments The end-semester examination shall have assessment from the following perspective with respect to all courses: 1. Evaluation with respect to knowledge. 2. Evaluation with respect to Understanding. 3. Evaluation with respect to skill. 4. Evaluation with respect to Applications 5. Higher Order Thinking Skills R.14.3 The assessment method is further detailed below: Theory based courses (Course without any Practical/Studio component) R In theory courses for all semesters, the first assessment will be mid-term test and the second assessment will be seminar / Model exam. Both the assessments will be conducted for 25 marks each (Total 50). Assessment tool Weight age Remarks Midterm exam 25 marks Duration 120 minutes Model exam/seminar/ 25 marks In case of model exam duration of exam will be 3 hrs. Assignment. Total in-semester assessment 50% End semester Examination 50% Duration 3 hours Theory cum studio based courses (Course with Theory and Studio component) R For theory cum studio courses, the first assessment will be mid-term test and the second assessment will be a seminar / portfolio/test. Both the assessments will be conducted for 25 marks each (total 50). Assessment tool Weight age Remarks Midterm exam 25 marks Duration 120 minutes Model Exam/Seminar/Portfolio. 25 marks In case of model exam duration of exam will be 3 hrs. Total in-semester assessment 50% End semester Examination 50% Duration 3 hours R For studio based courses(except Architectural Design Exam) the portfolio of work will be evaluated individually for the total sessional marks of 50. End semester assessment will be done by an external examiner through Viva voce exam for the remaining 50marks. (A) BASIC DESIGN & ART STUDIO 11

12 Assessment tool Weight age Split up of marks Continuous assessment of plates 50 Marks Concept Design Development Presentation Total in-semester assessment 50% End semester viva/voce 50% Concept Design Development Presentation (B) ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO I,II,III,IV,V,VI,VII Assessment tool Weight age Split up of marks Project 1(Major project) 30 marks Concept Design Development Presentation Project 2 (Minor Project) 20 marks Concept Design Development Presentation Total in-semester assessment 50% Project 1(Major project) 30 marks Concept Design Development Presentation Project 2 (Minor Project) 20 marks Concept Design Development Presentation End semester viva/voce 50% (C) BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION I,II,III,IV ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING I&II COMPUTER STUDIO I,II,III ARCHITECTURAL DELINEATION & MODEL MAKING Assessment tool Weight age Remarks Midterm exam 20 marks Duration 120 minutes Continuous assessment of plates 30 marks No.of plates done during the session will be evaluated. Total in-semester assessment 50% End semester Viva/Voce 50% Plates Viva/Voce 25marks 25 marks R The student s performance in Professional training will be through a viva-voce examination conducted at the end of the training period for 100 marks by a panel of internal examiners. Assessment tool Weight age Split up of marks Total in-semester assessment 100% Work diary Plates Viva/voce R The student s performance in Documentation will be evaluated through a viva-voce examination conducted at the end of the documentation period for 100 marks. The viva voce will be by a panel consisting of an internal examiner and an external examiner appointed by the University. Assessment tool Weight age Split up of marks End semester viva/voce 100% Choice of project Plates Viva/voce R The student s performance in Architectural Design Exam of duration varying from 6 to18 hours for various semesters will be through a panel consisting of an internal examiner and an external examiner appointed by the University for 100 marks. Assessment tool Weight age Split up of marks End Semester exam 100% Concept Plan Section Elevation & Views

13 14.4 Project evaluation (Thesis) R B.Arch projects as for as possible should be socially relevant and attempt to improve existing Design standards in buildings. B.Arch. thesis project work will be carried out individually by the students. The internal assessment for 50% of the marks will be done by a thesis review committee, comprising of a renowned practicing architect, the head of department and the guide at least once in a month to monitor the progress. At the completion of a project the student will submit a project report, the presentation drawings and models, which will be evaluated by duly appointed examiner(s). The evaluation will be based on a viva voce examination of the project at the end of the semester for the remaining 50% of the marks. The grade will be awarded to the student on the basis of the total marks obtained by him/her out of 100. Assessment tool Weight age Remarks Review 1 10 marks Review 2 10 marks Review 3 10 marks Review 4 10 marks Internal Review 10 marks Total in-semester assessment 50% End semester viva/voce 50% Split up of marks Concept Design Development Presentation R If the candidate fails to secure a pass in thesis project, he/she will be required to improve the project work based on the suggestions given by head of the department and the thesis guide and appear for the viva-voce examination during the end of the subsequent semester. R14.5 The assessment process for courses like NCC/NSS/NSO/YOGA, and Personality Development courses which form part of the curriculum, shall be decided by the Course Coordinator at the commencement of the semester and communicated to all concerned. R 14.6 Whenever there is a deviation from procedures stated under 14.3, as warranted by the unique nature of the course; the same will be specified by the concerned Course Coordinator and approved by the Director (Engg&Tech). R.15.0 Course Wise Grading of Students R.15.1 Letter Grades and Grade Points (GP) Based on the aggregate of marks obtained through internal assessment and external assessment, each student is awarded a final letter grade at the end of the semester, in each Course. The letter grades and the corresponding grade points, as recommended by UGC, are as follows: Letter Grade Grade Points Normalised Mark range O (Outstanding) A+ (Excellent) A (Very Good) B+ (Good) B(Above Average) C (Average) P (Pass) F (Fail) 0 <50 Failure due to insufficient marks in the course Ab(Absent) 0 Failure due to non-appearance in examination I (Incomplete) 0 Failure due to insufficient attendance in the course. R.15.2 A student is considered to have successfully completed a course and earned the credits if he / she secured a letter grade other than F or Ab or I in that course. A letter grade F or Ab or I in any course implies a failure in that course. 13

14 R.15.3 A course successfully completed cannot be repeated. R.16.0 Method of Awarding Letter Grades. R.16.1 The internal marks awarded to the students are first normalized and combined with the normalized marks of end semester examination. Subsequently letter grades are awarded for the normalized marks as indicated in the table under section R15.1: The detailed methodology of normalization of internal marks as well as marks in the end-semester examinations shall be formulated by the Controller of Examinations. R.16.2 To pass in a course with earnable credits a student has to score a minimum of 50% of the total normalized marks secured in both the internal and end semester examination. Grades Ab and I will be as per R R.17.0 Declaration of Results R.17.1 Normalized marks are referred to the Result Passing Board for the finalization of results. Controller of Examinations assigns letter grades and announces the results. R.17.2The Ab / I grade once awarded stays in the record of the student and is deleted when he/she completes the course successfully later The grade acquired by the student will be indicated in the grade card of the appropriate academic year with an indication of the month and the year of passing of that course. R.17.3 F grade obtained by a student will be deleted in the grade card once that course is successfully completed. The pass grade acquired by the student will be indicated in the grade card of the appropriate year with an indication of the month and the year of passing. The CGPA will be accordingly revised. R.18.0 Re-view of answer scripts In case any student feels aggrieved on the final outcome of the assessment in any course, the student shall apply to the Controller of Examinations, along with the prescribed fee, for the review of end semester examination answer script, within the stipulated time after the announcement of the results of the examinations. The Controller of Examinations shall facilitate the review of the answer script jointly to be carried out by the student and the faculty detailed for this purpose. If any discrepancy is noticed during review the same shall be rectified and the originally awarded grade accordingly amended. R.19.0 Grade Card R.19.1 The grade card issued by the Controller of Examinations to each student, after the announcement of the results will contain the following: a. The credits for each course registered for that semester, b. The letter grade obtained in each course c. The attendance code in each course d. The total number of credits earned by the student up to the end of that semester in each of the course categories e. The Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of all the courses taken from the I semester onwards. f. The COA student enrolment number to be printed in the following documents. 1. Grade Card. 2. Consolidated Mark sheet. 3. Provincial degree certificate 4. Degree certificate. R.19.2 Computation of Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) and Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) (i) The SGPA will be calculated according to the formula SGPA= 14

15 Where Ci = credit for the ith course, (GP)i = the grade point obtained for the ith course (refer R.15.1), n = total number of courses and the sum is over all the courses taken in that semester, including those in which the student has secured F grades. (ii) For the cumulative grade point average (CGPA) following formula is used: CGPA= where Si = Sum of credits in ith semester, (SGPA)i = Semester Grade Point Average earned in ith semester and r = number of semesters and the sum is over all the semesters under consideration. (iii). The SGPA and CGPA shall be rounded off to 2 decimal points and reported in the transcripts. R.19.3 Class/Distinction will be awarded to the students after they successfully complete the B.Arch. programme as per the norms stipulated in the following table: Category CGPA Class / Distinction (From I-X semesters) Students who successfully complete the B.Arch. programme within the time duration of 10 semesters 4 & < 5.5 Pass 5.5 &< 6 6 & < (without F or I or temporary withdrawal-r.11.0in any Semester) 8.5 (with F or I in any Semester but obtained pass grade (O to P) subsequently) Second Class First Class First Class with Distinction First Class Students who cannot complete the B.Arch. programme in 10 semesters but complete it successfully within the time duration of 11 semesters. Students who cannot complete the B.Arch. programme in 11 semesters but complete it successfully within the time duration of 14 semesters. 4 &< &< &< Pass Second Class First Class Pass Second Class R 20.0 Academic dishonesty When a student is found responsible for a violation of the SRM code of conduct pertaining to academic dishonesty (Malpractice in Examinations), the Office of Controller of Examinations will initiate action based on the pre-approved procedures. Appropriate penalty or punishment will be awarded to the student and communication sent to the concerned Head of the Department. R.21.1 A student shall be declared to be eligible for the award of the B.Arch. degree if he/she has a. Registered and successfully completed all the courses and Thesis, Professional Training, Documentation as per the curriculum. b. Successfully acquired the minimum required credits as specified in the curriculum. c. No disciplinary action pending against him/her. d. Two Compulsory Educational Tours apart from the site / field visit. R.22.0 Change of Regulations R.22.1 Any regulation can be modified by the Academic Council of SRM University. 15

16 SCHEME OF EXAMINATION Course Duration of End Semester Examinations (In Hours) Internal Assessment Marks End Semester Exam marks Total Attendance Code All Theory Courses 3 hrs Applicable All Theory cum Studio Based courses All Studio Based courses (Except Architectural design exam and NCC/NSS/NSO/Yoga) Studio Based courses (Architectural design exam) Studio Based courses (NCC/NSS/NSO/Yoga) 3 hrs Applicable Not Applicable Applicable 6-18 hrs Not Applicable Not Applicable Applicable Professional Training Not Applicable Not Applicable Documentation Not Applicable Not Applicable Thesis Not Applicable Not Applicable QUESTION PAPER PATTERN (END SEMESTER EXAMINATION) 1. All Theory Courses - Part- A (10X2= 20 Marks) - Answer all questions - Part- B (5X16=80 Marks) - (Either or type) 2. All Theory cum studio based courses - Part- A (5X4= 20 MARKS) - Answer all questions - Part- B (4X20=80 Marks) - (Either or type) 3. Studio based courses (Architectural Design Exam) - 1x100=100 Marks (Either or type) End

17 B.ARCH. REGULATIONS Curriculum & Syllabus 2016 (For Students admitted from the Academic year ) Faculty of Engineering & Technology SRM UNIVERSITY SRM NAGAR, KATTANKULATHUR 17

18 SRM UNIVERSITY B.ARCH. REGULATIONS 2016 CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs): Bachelor of Architecture curriculum is designed to prepare the graduates having attitude and knowledge 1. To enable a successful professional and technical career. 2. To enable a strong foundation in Humanities and Sciences, Engineering Sciences and Architectural Design Skills. 3. To impart knowledge of the theories and practices in the field of Architecture. 4. Engage in life-long learning to keep themselves abreast of new developments. 5. To put into practice and inspire high ethical values and technical standards. PROGRAMME OUTCOME (PO): a. Ability to gain knowledge of Humanities, Sciences and Architecture. b. Ability to understand elements of Architecture and apply basic principles in Architectural Design. c. Ability to identify social, economical and cultural issues in Architectural Design. d. Ability to analyze and apply theoretical knowledge to achieve Architectural Design solutions. e. Ability to understand ethical and professional responsibilities. f. Ability to review, comprehend and report technological developments. g. Ability to understand real life situation of Architectural Practice. h. Ability to communicate effectively and work in interdisciplinary groups. 18

19 MAPPING OF PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES WITH PROGRAMME A broad relation between the programme objectives and the outcome is given in the following Table PEO/PO a b c d e f g h

20 I SEMESTER S.R.M UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN CURRICULUM FOR BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE ( B.Arch ) S.NO CODE COURSE TITLE CATEGORY CT HRS THEORY 16MA 141 Mathematics for Architects BS LE 141 Communication in English EEC AR 101 History of Indian Architecture & Culture AH STUDIO 16AR 103 Art Studio AH AR 105 Architectural Drawing - I PC AR 107 Basic Design PC NC101 / 16NS101 16SP101 / 16YG101 NCC/NSS/NSO/Yoga EEC TOTAL II SEMESTER S.NO CODE COURSE TITLE CATEGORY CT HRS THEORY 16AR 102 Structural basics in Architecture ES AR 104 History of Western Architecture & AH Culture 16AR 106 Theory of Architecture PC STUDIO 16AR 108 Building Materials & Construction - I ES AR 110 Architectural Drawing - II PC AR 112 Architectural Design Studio - I PC AR 114 Architectural Design Exam - 1 st year EEC TOTAL III SEMESTER S.NO CODE COURSE TITLE CATEGORY CT HRS THEORY 16AR 201 Mechanical & Electrical services ES AR 203 Climate and Built Environment BS AR 205 Vernacular Architecture & Settlements PC STUDIO 16AR 207 Building Materials & Construction - II ES AR 209 Architectural delineation & Model PC making 16AR 211 Architectural Design studio - II PC TOTAL

21 IV SEMESTER S.NO CODE COURSE TITLE CATEGORY CT HRS THEORY 16AR 202 Reinforced Concrete Structures ES AR 204 Contemporary Western Architecture PC AR 206 Environmental Science BS THEORY CUM STUDIO 16AR 208 Water Supply, Sanitation & fire ES fighting in buildings STUDIO 16AR 210 Building Materials & Construction - III ES AR 212 Architectural Design Studio - III PC AR 214 Architectural Design Exam - 2 nd year EEC TOTAL V SEMESTER S.NO CODE COURSE TITLE CATEGORY CT HRS THEORY 16AR 301 Steel Structural Systems ES AR 303 Contemporary Indian Architecture PC Professional Elective - I PE STUDIO 16AR 305 Building Materials & Construction- IV ES AR 307 Computer Studio - I EEC AR 309 Architectural Design Studio - IV PC TOTAL VI SEMESTER S.NO CODE COURSE TITLE CATEGORY CT HRS THEORY 16AR 302 Sustainable Architecture and Green Building PC AR 304 Architectural Acoustics PC Professional Elective - II PE THEORY CUM STUDIO 16AR 306 Interior Design & Detailing PC STUDIO 16AR 308 Computer studio - II EEC AR 310 Architectural Design Studio - V PC AR 312 Architectural Design Exam - 3 rd year EEC TOTAL

22 VII SEMESTER S.NO CODE COURSE TITLE CATEGORY CT HRS THEORY 16AR 401 Estimation & Specification PC Professional Elective - III PE Open Elective - I OE STUDIO 16AR 403 Working Drawing PC AR 405 Computer Studio - III EEC AR 407 Architectural Design Studio - VI PC TOTAL VIII SEMESTER S.NO CODE COURSE TITLE CATEGORY CT HRS THEORY 16AR 402 Town Planning PC AR 404 Professional Practice PC Professional Elective - IV PE Professional Elective - V PE THEORY CUM STUDIO 16AR 406 Urban Design & Renewal PC STUDIO 16AR 408 Architectural Design Studio - VII PC TOTAL IX SEMESTER S.NO CODE COURSE TITLE CATEGORY CT HRS 16AR 501 Professional Training EEC X X X X 8 16AR 503 Documentation (Heritage Buildings) PC X X X X 3 TOTAL X X X X 11 Note : 1. The work diary and drawings done by the candidate in a registered Architectural Office for professional training will be evaluated for 100 marks (internal). 2. Documentation of any Heritage Building / Architectural landmark will be done as group work for a period of 1 month and will be evaluated for 100 marks (external). X SEMESTER S.NO CODE COURSE TITLE CATEGORY CT HRS THEORY 16AR 502 Landscape Architecture PC Open Elective - II OE AR 504 Thesis EEC TOTAL Total no. of credits :

23 PC - Professional Core AH - Arts & Humanities PE - Professional Elective BS - Basic Science EEC - Employability Enhancement OE - Open Elective ES - Engineering Science Course LIST OF PROFESSIONAL ELECTIVES Electives Code Subject Title Professional Elective - I Professional Elective - II Professional Elective - III Professional Elective - IV Professional Elective - V 16AR 351 Biomimetics AR 353 Energy efficient Architecture AR 355 Site planning AR 352 Architectural Photography & journalism AR 354 Industrial Building Systems AR 356 Fine Arts AR 451 Environmental Planning AR 453 Earthquake Resistant Architecture & Disaster Resistant Buildings 16AR 455 Ergonomics & Furniture Design AR 452 Architectural Conservation AR 454 Housing AR 456 Kinetic Architecture AR 458 Advanced Structural Systems AR 460 Project Management & Construction AR 462 Real estate development SCHEME OF EXAMINATION Course Duration of End Semester Examinations (In Hours) Internal Assessment Marks End Semester Exam marks Total Attendance Code All Theory Courses 3 hrs Applicable All Theory cum Studio Based courses All Studio Based courses (Except Architectural design exam and NCC/NSS/NSO/Yoga) Studio Based courses (Architectural design exam) Studio Based courses (NCC/NSS/NSO/Yoga) 3 hrs Applicable Not Applicable Applicable 6-18 hrs Not Applicable Not Applicable Applicable Professional Training Not Applicable Not Applicable Documentation Not Applicable Not Applicable Thesis Not Applicable Not Applicable 23

24 QUESTION PAPER PATTERN (END SEMESTER EXAMINATION) 4. All Theory Courses - Part- A (10X2= 20 Marks) - Answer all questions - Part- B (5X16=80 Marks) - (Either or type) 5. All Theory cum studio based courses - Part- A (5X4= 20 MARKS) - Answer all questions - Part- B (4X20=80 Marks) - (Either or type) 6. Studio based courses (Architectural Design Exam) - 1x100=100 Marks (Either or type) End

25 B.ARCH SYLLABUS 2016 Course structure: Architectural Design is the most important subject in the B.Arch curriculum, where students are involved in studio work to design all types of buildings. Hence all the semesters have this subject as the prime component, with the theory subjects intended as an input to Architectural Design Studio. After completion of the program students are employed by various architectural practices based on their Design portfolio, in which the students design projects are highlighted. General procedure for Architectural Design Studio: The approach to the design solutions start with study of anthropometrics and space standards related to each problem, doing case studies and book studies of similar typology of buildings and presenting the data as a study report in a class seminar. Various methods of spatial analysis such as the Bubble diagram based on activities, Proximity matrix and Circulation diagrams & Site analysis are essential to formulate conceptual ideas. The transformation of the concept to a pragmatic design solution will largely depend on the exploration of various geometrical alter natives and a study of their feasibility. The design solution for each problem will be presented through conceptual sketches, presentation drawings and models. General procedure for Building materials & Construction, interior design & other theory cum studio subjects: Each session comprises of 5 hours duration, of which the first 1 hour will be dedicated to lectures where the theoretical aspects are discussed. The remaining hours will be drawing classes where the students are expected to do the detail drawings for building construction or interior design. The drawing plates done by the students have to be submitted for scrutiny & correction, latest by the afternoon of the following day. All Building materials & construction courses have been structured so that the students get to know the construction methods & techniques in the earlier semester for the Design projects that they would be doing in the following semester. Moreover, these sessions will be augmented by undertaking visits to construction sites whenever required, which will help the student to get firsthand knowledge about materials & construction. 25